2026 Australian Open: Mboko vs. McNally – Prediction, Odds, and Preview
In the exciting context of the 2026 Australian Open, Victoria Mboko will face Catherine McNally in the Round of 64. This highly anticipated match will take place on January 20. Mboko, currently ranked 16th, is the favorite to win against McNally, who holds the 85th position in the WTA rankings.
Match Details
- Date: January 20, 2026
- Tournament: Australian Open
- Round: Round of 64
- Court Surface: Hard
- Watch on: ESPN+
Betting Odds and Predictions
The odds favor Mboko significantly, with a moneyline set at -295 compared to McNally’s +220. This reflects an implied probability of approximately 74.7% for Mboko’s win.
Performance Statistics
- Victoria Mboko:
- Recent Record: 20 wins, 8 losses on hard courts over the past year
- Service Games: 70.9% win rate
- Return Games: 39.1% win rate
- Break Points Converted: 123 out of 222 (55.4%)
- Catherine McNally:
- Recent Record: 14 wins, 12 losses on hard courts over the past year
- Service Games: 69.5% win rate
- Return Games: 36.1% win rate
- Break Points Converted: 97 out of 191 (50.8%)
Recent Performances
Mboko recently faced a tough opponent in the Adelaide International final, losing to Mirra Andreeva, who is ranked 8th, with a score of 6-3, 6-1. Meanwhile, McNally’s last outing was at the Hobart International, where she was defeated by Solana Sierra in the Round of 32.
This matchup between Mboko and McNally promises to be an engaging encounter as both players strive for success in one of tennis’ grandest tournaments at the Australian Open. Fans can expect a thrilling match on January 20.
